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AU: Sydney nurse accused of downloading patients’ data in alleged ‘breach of trust’

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AU: Sydney nurse accused of downloading patients’ data in alleged ‘breach of trust’

A registered nurse in northern Sydney has been charged after allegedly downloading patient data without authorization. NSW Police launched an investigation following a report to the agency and subsequently searched a home in Frenchs Forest as part of the inquiry.

Why it matters: Healthcare providers and compliance teams must monitor internal access to patient records and implement controls to prevent unauthorized downloads, as employee data theft represents a direct breach of patient privacy and trust.

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